Signing up for surf instructor training?
The first step in your journey is to take your surf instructor theory; choose from either a 2-day classroom course or learn at your own pace remotely on our interactive online learning platform. Once this is complete you embark on your practical training with your chosen Surfing England Trainer Assessor. The Surf Instructor Recreation award is a level 1 equivalent course and has wide international recognition.
New coach member? Use code coachonboard2025 at checkout for your first year at £1.
The Surf coach Progression award is a level 2 equivalent course at with the deepest theory and practical on offer worldwide.
Coach Membership
Your gateway to becoming an accredited coach. Sign up to be able to access our courses.
£35 Per Year
Surf Instructor Recreation
Classroom Theory Route
Choose from upcoming course dates with selected Surfing England Trainer Assessors to begin. Once completed, continue with your Trainer Assessor for your practical placement.
£300
Note: You must already be signed up as a Trainee Surf Coach Member to access this course
Surf Instructor Recreation
Online Theory Route
Sign up to Surfing England’s online theory platform to begin. Once completed, embark on your practical placement with a chosen Surfing England Trainer Assessor.
£300
Note: You must already be signed up as a Trainee Surf Coach Member to access this course
Surf Coach Progression
Sign up to our latest certificated training with a chosen Surfing England Trainer Assessor.
£375
Note: You must have a Surf Coach Membership to access this course, and have a level 1 equivalent instructor certificate
MEMBERS BENEFITS
SURF SAFE ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
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